2006 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Joice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1977 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
